Brigitte FoucardMartinéz Książki

Królowa Margot - jedna z najbardziej znanych powieści A.Dumas. Typowa powieść z gatunku płaszcza i szpady, osnuta na autentycznych wydarzeniach z historii Francji. Przedstawia sławną rzeź hugenotów w noc św.Bartłomieja oraz okoliczności wymarcia dynastii Walezjuszów i wstąpienia na tron Burbonów. Czyta: Joanna Lissner

Sent to prison on a false accusation in 1815, Edmond Dantes escapes many years later and finds a treasure which he uses to exact his revenge.

Polish translation of Dumas' famous historical novel, "The Three Musketeers." A young Gascon nobleman, d'Artagnan, sets off for Paris in hopes of joining the Musketeers. He proves himself fighting with them and earns a place in their ranks. With d'Artagnan the three preserve the honor of the king and thwart the schemes of Cardinal Richelieu.

Under the canvas of a small caravan, a young woman dies after a painful illness, leaving her little girl, Perrine, on the harsh pavement of Paris. The child must now navigate alone along paths filled with hostile figures: cantankerous old men, unyielding foremen, shrill scolds, and distrustful peasants. This vibrant yet absurd humanity ruminates on the bitterness of buried pains, creating a world haunted by the grimacing masks of the human carnival. Against this harsh and contrasting backdrop, the portrait of a brave and delicate little soul unfolds.

Découvrez la fantastique aventure de Jules Verne ! Une course autour du monde en 80 jours, soit 1 920 heures ou 115 200 minutes – est-ce possible ? En 1872, l'excentrique gentleman Phileas Fogg relève ce défi audacieux en pariant son entière fortune. Accompagné de son joyeux serviteur Jean Passepartout, avec 20 000 livres en poche et une remarquable sérénité, Fogg se lance immédiatement dans cette aventure. C'est le coup d'envoi d'une des courses littéraires les plus célèbres contre le temps, marquée par une série d'événements imprévus. Mais ce n'est pas seulement le temps qui menace de rattraper les voyageurs. Ce classique de la littérature mondiale entraîne les lecteurs dans un voyage palpitant à travers des paysages variés et des cultures fascinantes, tout en explorant des thèmes tels que l'amitié, le courage et la détermination. Une œuvre intemporelle qui continue d'inspirer et d'émerveiller.

***Book In French! ***Assez bon état (quelques pages du milieu très légèrement accrochées), in12 broché, n°10 , Auteur : SIMENON, Georges , Titre : Maigret et la grande perche , couverture souple format poche , éditions : Presses de la Cité de 1990

Professor Aronnax embarks on an expedition to hunt down and destroy a menacing monster. However, he discovers that it is metal - it is a giant submarine called Nautilus built by the renegade Nemo. So begins an underwater adventure that takes them from the South Pole to the city of Atlantis.

Kuzynka Bietka, jedno z ostatnich arcydzieł Honoré de Balzaca, to w gruncie rzeczy powieść... sensacyjna. Gwałtowne przemiany społeczne postnapoleońskiej Francji są tu ukazane przez pryzmat życia jednej kobiety, Lisbeth Fischer. Otrzymujemy mrożący krew w żyłach portret mściwej, niezamężnej chłopki, która pod maską dobroci ukrywa poczucie krzywdy, zawiść i niechęć, pragnąc za wszelką cenę zniszczyć rodzinę Hulotów, a zwłaszcza szczęście młodej, pełnej temperamentu dziewczyny. Z początku cel jej wydaje się bliski; jednak dzięki kilku rozważnym decyzjom matrymonialnym i finansowym rodzina odzyskuje majątek, Bietka zaś, zgorzkniała i rozczarowana, zapada na zdrowiu i umiera. Oto - zdaje się mówić Balzac - do czego prowadzi brak męża i pieniędzy. Czy miał rację? Czy nadal ją ma?

The story centers on François, an abandoned child navigating the challenges of love and belonging in the French countryside. George Sand masterfully depicts the intricacies of rural life in nineteenth-century France, highlighting the contrast between the warmth of human relationships and the harsh realities faced by peasants. Through François's journey, the narrative explores deep emotional themes, making it a compelling and poignant read.

Headstrong and naïve, the young Italian aristocrat Fabrizio del Dongo is determined to defy the wrath of his right-wing father and go to war to fight for Napoleon. He stumbles on the Battle of Waterloo, ill-prepared, yet filled with enthusiasm for war and glory. Finally heeding advice, Fabrizio sneaks back to Milan, only to become embroiled in a series of amorous exploits, fuelled by his impetuous nature and the political chicanery of his aunt Gina and her wily lover. Judged by Balzac to be the most important French novel of its time, The Charterhouse of Parma is a compelling novel of extravagance and daring, blending the intrigues of the Italian court with the romance and excitement of youth. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

One of the defining novels of the entire crime genre, Gaston Leroux's The Mystery of the Yellow Room has inspired readers and writers including Agatha Christie and John Dickson Carr, and is now republished in hardback in the Detective Club series with a brand new introduction.

This translation of Lancelot brings to English-language readers, the fourth of Chretien's five surviving romantic Arthurian poems. This poem was the first to introduce Lancelot as an important figure in the King Arthur legend.

Au début du XIXe siecle, Jacquou et ses parents vivent comme métayers au domaine du comte de Nansac. Victimes de la cruauté du comte, les parents meurent et Jacquou veut se venger.

Two years after his wife's death, Germain is encouraged to move on and find a new woman and home to accommodate his three growing children. He travels to visit a single woman who is eager to start a new family. Following his daughter's death, Père Maurice has provided constant support for his son-in-law Germain. But after two years, he pushes him to find a new wife. Germain is a young man with three children in need of a mother. Maurice sends him to visit the daughter of a friend, who is also widowed and interested in remarrying. Germain reluctantly agrees, taking his son and the teenager Mary, who is seeking employment. The trip proves to be an eye-opening experience for the duo who form an unexpected bond. Similar to Sand's previous work, Indiana, The Devil's Pool examines the obligations of marriage. The story illustrates how duty and perception take priority over love and kindness. It's a dichotomy that continues to present itself, regardless of one's social or political status. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Devil's Pool is both modern and readable.

The story follows Tartarin, a character with an exaggerated sense of heroism, as he embarks on humorous adventures in the picturesque landscapes of Provence. Through satire and comedy, the novel cleverly critiques French society's quirks and idiosyncrasies. Daudet's lighthearted narrative explores themes of heroism, identity, and the human spirit, providing a joyful and imaginative escape for readers. With its vivid portrayal of Southern France and engaging storytelling, the book delivers a delightful blend of adventure and humor.

Un lord anglais et un savant allemand réussissent à pénétrer dans le tombeau d'un pharaon, dans la Vallée des Rois. Là, apparaît la momie d'une très belle jeune fille, Tahoser, qui a gardé l'apparence de la vie. Un papyrus, placé à ses côtés, explique l'énigme de la présence d'une femme dans une tombe destinée habituellement à un roi... A la suite de quels mystérieux événements Tahoser, orpheline d'un grand prêtre, a-t-elle régné sur l'Egypte ?

D'étranges évènements ont lieu à Paris et en province : un enlèvement, un assassinat et le vol d'un diamant très célèbre. Pour l'inspecteur Ganimard, le responsable de ces méfaits n'est autre qu'Arsène Lupin... mais, comment le prouver?